Roger Rosengarten, the Baltimore Ravens' right tackle, is on a mission to establish himself among the elite in his position. After a viral moment where he asked for a jersey from the Cleveland Browns' Myles Garrett, Rosengarten is now in his third year and ready to prove himself. He believes that his growth over the past two years has laid the foundation for him to become one of the best right tackles in the game.
In the 2025 season, Pro Football Focus (PFF) graded Rosengarten as the No. 12 right tackle in the NFL and No. 4 in the AFC. While he acknowledges that the Ravens' offensive line as a whole didn't perform well, he made significant individual improvements. His pass blocking grade increased from 69.2 as a rookie to 73.4 in his second year, with fewer pressures and sacks. His run blocking grade also jumped from 60.4 to 74.8, and he's confident that he'll continue to make strides in that area this season.
The Ravens' new coaching staff and scheme, led by Offensive Coordinator Declan Doyle and Offensive Line Coach/Run Game Coordinator Dwayne Ledford, have installed a fresh offense with a greater emphasis on the outside zone running scheme. This plays to Rosengarten's strengths, as mobility is one of his key assets. He's excited about the change and feels that it fits him perfectly.
The addition of first-round pick Vega Ioane at right guard is also a positive development. Ioane has a 'veteran mentality' and 'detail in his work', which Rosengarten admires. He's confident that the connection between them will be strong, and he's also impressed by the Ravens' other additions, including John Simpson at left guard.
However, the big question remains at center, where Danny Pinter and Jovaughn Gwyn are the leading candidates to replace the departed Pro Bowl center Tyler Linderbaum. Rosengarten, who went to Linderbaum's wedding, is sad to see his friend go, but he's also excited about the new opportunities that lie ahead for the Ravens' offensive line.
Overall, Rosengarten is optimistic about the upcoming season. He believes that the Ravens' offensive line will rebound and that he'll have a banner year. With all the additions and subtractions, he's confident that the team is set up for success. From my perspective, Rosengarten's journey from a rookie to an elite right tackle is an inspiring story, and I'm excited to see how he continues to develop and contribute to the Ravens' success.
